Interstate 68 WB over Laurel Run & Co RT 73/5

Poor Condition56 years old6,550 vehicles/day

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyPreston
Location3.19 Mi East Co RT 73/12
CarriesInterstate 68 WB
CrossesLaurel Run & Co RT 73/5
Coordinates39.65035, -79.72189

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure3 (Serious)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length423.6 ft (129.1 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area1755.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1970

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,550 (2022)
Truck Traffic23%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00000000039A101

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